Chapter 376 The Third Prince Seeks Change

Luoyang, Beigong Chongde Hall.

During the morning court session, Jin Mao praised Jin Lin highly because Jin Lin guaranteed Zhuge Liang's plan by offering his qualifications to compete for the throne.

It’s not because Jin Lin has grown up, but because Jin Lin has taken responsibility and has the courage to give up everything.

Jinmao is not worried about his children making mistakes, but is worried about not daring to make mistakes.

If you don’t have the drive when you are young, do you expect to have it when you are older?

And now that he is here, we have the opportunity to make up for our mistakes if we make them. If we become emperor and still try to make mistakes, Chongzhen of the Ming Dynasty will be a role model.

Now that Jinmao has become the emperor, his every move is watched closely.

What happened in the morning court soon reached the ears of the three princes.

The fourth prince, Jin Zhe, was worthy of being hailed as the smartest prince. He grasped the key point at once and wrote a letter requesting to be sent to the northeast as an official.

The memorial was full of citations and did not conceal its sharpness at all.

Jinmao naturally agreed.

The second prince, Jin Bing, realized the situation later and also wrote a letter to the emperor, wanting to be sent to the northeast for training. However, he was scolded and punished to reflect on his actions at home.

Da Qiao, the biological mother of the Jin soldier, came to Xiao Qiao with great concern, hoping that Zhou Yu, the leader of the southwest region, could help.

As a result, Zhou Yu, who always had a good temper and had never scolded Xiao Qiao, wrote a letter this time to scold Xiao Qiao so harshly that she became sick with anger.

If a woman can't see the general trend, can Zhou Yu still follow her and make stupid moves?
This is a fight for the throne, a national affair. As a high-ranking official, Zhou Yu dares to intervene. Does he want the three clans to be eliminated?

At this point, Da Qiao became disheartened, and the Second Prince's Jin soldiers also fell silent.

The third prince, Jin Dou, was born to a talented mother, Cai Wenji, who had a lot of homework to do all day long and was devoted to studying.

For some reason, Jin Dou did not inherit his mother's intelligence. He is always slow in doing things and has the lowest emotional intelligence among the four princes.

When God closes a door for you, he will always leave a window. Jin Dou has low emotional intelligence, but his IQ in some aspects is super high.

Of course, it was not the Four Books and Five Classics, but he had an extraordinary talent for mathematics and miscellaneous subjects.

Cai Wenji could teach literary classics so passionately that even her grandfather Cai Yong would jump up in anxiety.

However, once Jin Dou took math classes or miscellaneous studies such as Mohism and Agriculturalism, his natural talent of having a photographic memory was so great that he could apply it to other situations.

If Cai Yong and his daughter had not always wanted to teach Jin Dou to become a master of Confucianism, Jin Dou might have already shined.

This time, Jin Mao's lavish praise for Jin Lin also made Cai Yong and his daughter a little discouraged. They wondered whether they should change their mindset and let Jin Dou take a different path.

As we all know, Jinmao attaches great importance to scientific development. Although the majority of the imperial examinations every year are still based on classics and allusions, the status of miscellaneous studies such as mathematics and Mohism is rapidly increasing, and their proportion is becoming increasingly important.

Cai Yong saw clearly that all this was because miscellaneous studies had declined for hundreds of years, and it would be extremely difficult to restore them in a short period of time.

But if miscellaneous studies had the same development as that of the pre-Qin period, perhaps Confucian students would have to learn these subjects.

this day.

Jin Dou happily finished Qin Mo's class, and then came to Cai Wenji's school with a sad face, ready to endure the torture.

It's like a student with a serious imbalance in science majors coming to study liberal arts.

"Dou'er, I won't study today."

Cai Wenji's first words made Jin Dou so happy that he flew up in joy: "Mother, are you serious?"

Looking at Jin Dou's eager eyes, Cai Wenji sighed in her heart and nodded.

"Long live mother!" Jin Dou was as happy as a child. He was indeed a twelve-year-old child now.

Cai Wenji smiled with some deep meaning, and said softly: "However, although there is no homework today, I have a special task for you. Recently, when I was sorting out ancient books, I found a long-lost fragment of the "Book of Changes". It records many ancient methods of calculation and divination, which are in line with the way of heaven. I hope you can learn something."

Jin Dou's eyes flashed with curiosity and excitement when he heard this. "The Book of Changes? It's one of the six legendary classics, and it's said to have been lost long ago. How did you find it, mother?"

Cai Wenji gently stroked the bamboo slips on the table, her eyes gentle and profound: "By chance, I got this from a hermit old man. Although this scripture is incomplete, it is enough for us to glimpse the ancients' profound understanding and pursuit of numbers. I thought that although you have dabbled in many miscellaneous studies besides Confucianism, it is difficult to make a breakthrough in the art of counting due to the limitations of current textbooks."

Hearing this, Jin Dou felt an urge to try. "Don't worry, mother. I will do my best and live up to your expectations."

So, in the following days, Jin Dou, under the guidance of Cai Wenji, began his journey of studying the fragments of the Book of Changes. He not only had to learn the ancient arithmetic and divination, but also tried to fill in the missing parts and make some contributions to modern mathematics. This process was full of challenges, but Jin Dou enjoyed it because he found that the world of mathematics was much broader and deeper than he had imagined.

As time went by, Jin Dou not only mastered the principles of ancient mathematics, but also found his own peace and happiness in the ocean of mathematics. He began to understand why the ancients regarded mathematics as one of the important means to govern the country and educate the people. In this process, he gradually understood Cai Wenji's good intentions - she let her find a delicate balance between Confucianism and miscellaneous studies, which not only retained the profound Confucian heritage, but also opened up a wide range of talents and learned from many others.

Similarly, Cai Wenji also told her father about this matter.

Cai Yong is already seventy-eight years old and may be buried at any time. He has done all the things he should do and served as an official in his life. His current hope is to see Jin Dou become a successful person.

Cai Yong had never thought about the throne. He was unexpectedly happy to hear this from Cai Wenji. He sat in front of the window of his study, and the sunlight shone through the sparse clouds, sprinkling on the ends of his gray hair, adding a bit of warm brilliance to the elderly scholar. Cai Yong's eyes flashed with an unprecedented light, which was the recognition and pride of his daughter's educational philosophy, and the expectation of unlimited possibilities for Jin Dou's future.

"Wenji, you can always simplify the complex world with your unique insights and find the most appropriate path." Cai Yong spoke slowly, his voice full of love and satisfaction, "The rigor of mathematics can make people think carefully and impartially; the beauty of its logic can enlighten people's wisdom and promote social justice and harmony. Your move is a blessing for our Cai family and even more so for the country."

He gently stroked the ancient books on the desk, and those yellowed pages seemed to carry the wisdom and heritage of thousands of years. "Governing a country and maintaining peace is not a one-day job, nor can it be achieved by one person. It requires people of insight, with extensive knowledge and inclusiveness, to create a prosperous era. You guided Jin Dou and let him build a bridge between mathematics and Confucianism, hoping that he can become such a pillar of talent, who can not only deeply understand the essence of Confucianism, but also use the rational light of mathematics to illuminate the way forward."

Cai Yong's gaze gradually became far-reaching, as if he had penetrated the boundaries of time and space and saw the achievements that Jin Dou might achieve in the future. "Jin Dou is a kind-hearted child with extraordinary intelligence. I feel very relieved to have a teacher like you by my side. I hope he can live up to my expectations and not only make achievements in academics, but also care about the world and benefit the people with what he has learned."

At this point, Cai Yong showed a long-lost smile on his face, which was a kind of joy and expectation for the growth of the younger generation that transcended personal gains and losses. He knew that although he was already in his twilight years, through the efforts of his daughter and these young people, the spirit and wisdom of the Cai family would be continued and continue to shine in the long river of history.

Cai Wenji hesitated but could not help saying, "Ah, this child does not like Confucianism. Ever since he restored the fragments of the Book of Changes, he has been determined to go further in the field of mathematics."

Unexpectedly, Cai Yong was not angry but happy, and said even more happily: "Good news! Very good news!"

"I've told you long ago that power is fleeting, and only knowledge can be passed down through the ages."

"If Dou Er could be famous for mathematics, wouldn't that be better than being an emperor?"

When Cai Wenji heard this, a flash of surprise flashed across her eyes, which was soon replaced by deep relief. She knew that her father, Cai Yong, had been indifferent to fame and fortune throughout his life, and had an almost obsessive love and pursuit of learning. Now that she saw that he was so open-minded and supportive of his grandson's choice, she couldn't help but feel a warm current in her heart. She stroked Dou'er's head and smiled gently, "Aung is right. Learning has no boundaries. It is a real honor to be able to work hard in the field you love and leave behind immortal contributions."

Jin Dou looked up, his eyes gleaming with determination and yearning. Although he was young, he could already feel the respect and desire for knowledge of his ancestors. He held the abacus sticks tightly in his hand, as if they were the key to an unknown world, and said firmly: "Grandfather, mother, I will study hard, not only to repair more ancient books, but also to make breakthroughs in mathematics, so that the wisdom of the Cai family will shine with new brilliance in the new era."

After hearing this, Cai Yong nodded with satisfaction, his eyes full of satisfaction and expectation. He turned around and took down a yellowed ancient book from the bookshelf and gently unfolded it. It was a precious document that recorded the achievements of ancient mathematics. "Dou'er, this is an ancient book on mathematics that my grandfather collected when he was young. It contains many ancient wisdom crystals, which may give you some inspiration. Remember, the road to learning is long and difficult, but as long as there is light in your heart, there is a way under your feet."

Cai Wenji was watching this scene from the side, and her heart was filled with emotion. She knew that what flowed in the blood of the Cai family was not only the inheritance of blood, but also the desire and pursuit of knowledge. This spirit would inspire Dou'er and every generation in the future to shine in their respective fields and keep moving forward.

Soon, the news that Jin Dou was studying mathematics reached Jin Mao's ears.

During a court meeting, Jin Mao highly praised Jin Dou's behavior and collected talents and classics for him across the country, hoping that he could shine in the field of mathematics.

Others may not understand the power of mathematics, but how could he not understand it?

As one of the main disciplines of later generations, let’s put aside the practicality of mathematics. Mathematics plays an irreplaceable role in expanding thinking, understanding the world, and advancing science and technology.

Jin Mao knows that in this ever-changing era, only continuous exploration and innovation can lead the country to prosperity. He has high hopes for Jin Dou, not only because of Jin Dou's talent and passion for mathematics, but also because he sees the infinite possibilities behind mathematics, which is an important force to promote social progress.

Therefore, Jin Mao ordered the establishment of mathematics research institutes inside and outside the imperial city, inviting well-known scholars from home and abroad to exchange and lecture, and encouraging young students to actively participate, forming a strong academic atmosphere. Jin Dou lived up to expectations. He not only studied hard himself, but also actively organized a team to discuss mathematical problems together. Their research results gradually caused a sensation in the academic community, and some innovative theories were even applied to agriculture, engineering, military and other fields, greatly promoting the development of social productivity.

As time goes by, Jin Dou's name is closely linked to mathematics and has become a role model in the hearts of future students. His story has inspired more people to devote themselves to scientific research, not only in the field of mathematics, but also in various disciplines such as physics, chemistry, and astronomy. People have begun to realize that breakthroughs in every field are the expansion of the boundaries of human cognition, and the starting point of all this often comes from the spirit of unremitting pursuit of the unknown world.

Jinmao's foresight and Jindou's persistent pursuit have jointly written a legend about science and dreams. Their stories, like bright stars, shine brightly in the long river of history, inspiring every generation of future generations to have the courage to pursue the truth and explore the unknown no matter where they are, and to use their wisdom and sweat to add more light and hope to the world.

Of course, these are all things to follow.

With the support of his father, Jin Dou set out to pursue more goals, hoping to learn more subjects.

At first Jin Mao couldn't believe it, thinking that Jin Dou was just bragging. But after observing him in person, he found that his third son was actually a genius.

If it were placed in later generations, we might not see how dazzling it is, but in this era, Jin Dou's status in the field of science is comparable to Cao Zhi's status in the field of literature.

In order to test the limits of Jin Dou's potential, Jin Mao explained to him the differences between physics, chemistry and biology.

Jin Dou had a strong ability to learn new things, and soon he had drained away the little knowledge that Jin Mao had left. He also applied it to other situations and talked about many points of knowledge that Jin Mao had forgotten.

At this moment, Jin Mao was very happy, and during the court meeting, he ordered everyone that as long as Jin Dou wanted to learn, no one could hide it.

Anyone who dares to disobey the order should resign now. The New Han Dynasty does not support idlers nor old antiques who are proud of their own shortcomings.

This caused an uproar throughout the court.

No one expected that the current emperor would think so highly of the third prince.

People who don't know the truth would like to ask whether the throne will be passed to Jin Dou in the future.

However, the ministers who knew the truth kept it to themselves.

Although Jin Mao values ​​Jin Dou very much, Jin Dou actually has no chance of becoming emperor.

However, it is undeniable that Jin Dou has an extremely bright future. Some people even speculate that it is not impossible for Jin Dou to be crowned king.

For example, the king of science.

Although he is a little immature, he is much better than the second prince who is like a headless fly.

However, how could what happened in the court not be reported to the palace?

Da Qiao and the Second Prince went from not believing it at first to being unable to believe it, and finally to accept it with regret.

Who knows what the mother and son went through.

(End of this chapter)